Tom Gresham's GUNTALK - 2.22.15 Part A

Published on February 24, 2015
Duration: 44:45

This episode of Gun Talk features discussions on New Jersey's restrictive firearms laws, including magazine capacity limits and assault weapons bans, as experienced by retiring police officer and competitive shooter Bruce Piatt. The show also covers a legal case against Everytown for Gun Safety for defamation, the implications of terror threats on gun-free zones like the Mall of America, and broader Second Amendment rights issues.

Quick Summary

New Jersey imposes a 15-round magazine limit and has an assault weapons ban, requiring modifications like pinning compensators and removing bayonet lugs for compliance. The government has no legal duty to protect individuals, only society as a whole, a principle established by court rulings.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Crimson Trace Ad
  2. 00:24Show Intro & Topics Preview
  3. 00:49Tom Gresham's Opening Remarks
  4. 01:39Women and Self-Defense
  5. 02:46Government's Duty to Protect
  6. 03:34New Jersey as a Terrorist Organization
  7. 04:42Smith & Wesson Bodyguard Ad
  8. 05:06Timney Triggers Ad
  9. 05:37US Sportsman's Alliance Ad
  10. 06:05Federal Premium Ammunition Ad
  11. 06:47Listener Call-in & Social Media
  12. 07:16Guest Introduction: Bruce Piatt
  13. 07:44Bruce Piatt's Law Enforcement Career
  14. 08:18New Jersey Gun Owner Challenges
  15. 08:45NJ Magazine Limits & Compliance
  16. 10:00Trust and Law Enforcement Retirement
  17. 10:33Emotional Impact of NJ Laws
  18. 11:06AR-15 Modifications in NJ
  19. 11:49Stupidity of NJ Laws
  20. 12:05Others Leaving New Jersey
  21. 12:59Bruce Piatt's Future Plans
  22. 13:09Bruce Piatt Training Concepts LLC
  23. 13:23Bucket List: Camp Perry
  24. 14:38Bullseye Shooting Difficulty
  25. 15:31Training Program Development
  26. 16:031911 Gunsmithing Classes
  27. 16:16Future Training Offerings
  28. 17:13LE/Competitive Shooter to Self-Defense Training
  29. 18:22Value of Bruce Piatt's Experience
  30. 19:10Closing with Bruce Piatt
  31. 19:31Tom Gresham's Endorsement of Bruce Piatt
  32. 20:08Gun Talk Giveaways & DVDs
  33. 20:50Gordon Van Gilder Case in NJ
  34. 22:43Guest Inquiry & Show Outro
  35. 23:11Holland & Holland Website Anecdote
  36. 23:20Protecting Against Billionaire Influence
  37. 23:47Guest Introduction: Rachel Beard
  38. 24:06Crossfires LLC & Everytown Lawsuit
  39. 25:24Clarification on Everytown Report
  40. 26:24Everytown's Astroturf Nature
  41. 27:08Legal Claims: Defamation & Misappropriation
  42. 29:50Current Status of the Lawsuit
  43. 31:32Closing with Rachel Beard
  44. 31:44Interesting Developments
  45. 32:11Crimson Trace Ad
  46. 32:45Sig Sauer Ad
  47. 33:10Louisiana Coastline Environmental Disaster
  48. 34:11Springfield Armory XDM Ad
  49. 34:57Listener Call: Monty from Utah
  50. 35:34Egos in Competition
  51. 36:26Competitors vs. Friends
  52. 37:12Jerry Mitchell Anecdote
  53. 38:19Listener Call: Lee from Kentucky
  54. 38:38Proposed Federal Law for Background Checks
  55. 39:47Michael Bloomberg's Aspen Institute Comments
  56. 40:50Bloomberg's Quote on Young Minority Males
  57. 41:38Listener Call: David from Minnesota
  58. 41:44Mall of America Terror Threat
  59. 42:10Gun-Free Zones and Terrorism
  60. 42:55Question: What Are You Carrying?
  61. 43:42Carrying Strategy Discussion
  62. 44:14Preparing for Unlikely Events

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main firearms restrictions in New Jersey discussed on Gun Talk?

New Jersey has a 15-round magazine capacity limit. Additionally, certain semi-automatic firearms are classified as 'assault weapons' and are subject to bans or specific modification requirements to be legal for ownership.

What legal issues are being raised against Everytown for Gun Safety?

Everytown for Gun Safety is facing a defamation lawsuit for allegedly using a firearms dealer's logo and images of his firearms in a report without permission, implying illegal sales and damaging his business reputation.

What is the legal basis for the government not being required to protect individual citizens?

Numerous court cases have established that the government's duty is to protect society as a whole, not individual citizens. This means police departments are not legally obligated to protect any single person from harm.

How can individuals prepare for potential terror attacks in public places like malls?

While unlikely, the possibility of terror attacks necessitates preparedness. This includes discussing potential threats with family, considering personal defense options, and understanding that 'gun-free zones' may not offer adequate protection.

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